Oak Ridge – North Boundary Trail

We’ll touch on several different trails but they’re all easy, no significant elevation changes. We’ll pass through woodlands and see creekside habitats showcasing a variety of wildlife and natural plants as well as remnants – stairs, building foundations and other remains – of the pre-Manhattan project settlements. Also, we’ll see parts of the quarry, the quarry lake and old cemeteries. The hike is about 6 miles. We will meet in Oak Ridge at the Books-A-Million parking lot nearest Illinois Ave. for carpooling to the trail head because there is limited parking, leaving at 9 am. Books-A-Million is located at 310 South Illinois Ave. The trail head is about 4.5 miles away. The weather is variable; we recommend hiking poles, shoes to wear to and from the hike plus sturdy hiking shoes, other weather appropriate clothing, a snack, a drink and a camera. After the hike plan on stopping on the way back for a meal and refreshments. For additional information about the hike please contact Scott Adams before July 22nd at 815-608-0879, leave a message or send an email to adamsscott1950@gmail.com